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Unmasking Ugliness

Al Duncan has spent the last 15 years exploring why humans are drawn to the unpleasant and uncomfortable aspects of life.

Kurt Gray studies our deepest beliefs — from morality to religion — and hopes his newest book will help bridge political divides.

Willie Payne works with blind and low-vision musicians to make music more accessible.

After working with the autism community for over 30 years, Kara Hume is building a fitness program for people of varying abilities.

Alex Worsnip researches what it is to be rational — and why, sometimes, we aren’t.

Jian Chen wants more mental health services for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

Patricia Sawin has devoted her career to researching people’s everyday stories, from oral histories to memes.

Jonathan Schisler’s research on aging is fueling a partnership with NASA to make Carolina a collaborative hub for future space studies.

Nikhil Kaza wants to reimagine cities for everyone.

Salma Hakam advocates for health equity in underserved populations.